2009 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 335 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1581 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
